End of an Era as Employee #1 Departs
August 18, 2023
Desmond's departure marks the end of an era; she was employee #1 and provided uninterrupted continuity from the early years of the convention.
Toy Fair and Spiel Essen
August 18, 2023
After a record Gen Con, two Fall conventions serving the games business, Spiel Essen and New York Toy Fair, are reporting big early numbers.
But Margins Down, Expenses Up
August 17, 2023
Embracer Group tabletop game segment Asmodee reported 20% top line growth, but declining margins and rising expenses in the company's Fiscal Q1 (April- June).
Crowds, New Games, Brisk Commerce
August 16, 2023
It was a very busy Gen Con in every way, with record attendance, busy aisles and gaming areas, and brisk commerce.
How a Growing Direct Market Expanded to Suburbia
August 16, 2023
If "follow the money" is a good business axiom, well, then that's just what Direct Market comic stores did, following both populations and money from cities to suburbs.
Showbiz Round-Up
August 14, 2023
Some new showbiz news tidbits have come in, and it's time for a round-up!
'Keeper of the Lost Cities' Novels Follow a Young Telepath in a Magical World
August 11, 2023
The Keeper of the Lost Cities novels follow the adventures of a young Telepath who is swept away to a magical world.
LitRPG Novels Have 13 Million Views Online
August 10, 2023
The LitRPG novels have racked up 13 million views online.
ICv2 Interview: Michael Polis
August 9, 2023
We interviewed Michael Polis at San Diego Comic-Con about the new character, and got an update on Captain Action animation and uniform licensing.
Plus: Crime Novels Featuring Marvel Characters Coming in 2024-25
August 7, 2023
Three Marvel Crime novels are also in the works for publication in 2024-25.
Showbiz Round-Up
August 7, 2023
The SAG-AFTRA strike continues, and the Hollywood news keeps rolling in. It's time for a round-up!
And Hasbro Writes Off $25 Million on 'D&D' Movie
August 7, 2023
Sales in Hasbro's Wizards of the Coast and Digital Gaming segment were down 11% in Q2.
